What's the best way to take care of roses?

Roses do best with uniform soil moisture throughout the growing season. The general rule of thumb suggests that one inch of water be applied per week during the growing season. The amount and frequency of application will depend on soil type. Sandy soils will need more frequent irrigation than heavier clay soils. Hot temperatures would call for more frequent irrigation, also. The use of soaker hoses in rose beds is highly encouraged. Water can be delivered in adequate amounts while keeping the foliage dry, preventing disease.

The use of mulch around roses to help retain soil moisture is a practice that is highly encouraged. Mulch will also help keep soils cool and help retard weed growth. Materials such as wood chips, straw, or dry grass clippings make good mulches. More decorative materials such as shredded hardwood bark or cocoa bean hulls could also be used. Mulches should be applied about 2-3 inches deep and replaced as needed. Because organic mulches tend to bind up nitrogen as they decompose, additional fertilizer may be needed to prevent nutrient deficiencies.

In order to maintain strong, healthy roses, it is important to establish an annual fertility program. Fertilization schedules vary depending on the types of roses being grown. For species roses, a spring application of general-purpose fertilizer is usually adequate for the season. General-purpose fertilizers such as 10-10-10 or 12-12-12 are used at about one-half to one cup per plant. Spread the fertilizer in a band starting six inches from the crown of the plant, going out to about 18 inches. Work it in lightly and water.

All other roses benefit from a second application about June 15 or at the end of the spring bloom period. For continuous-flowering or repeat-blooming roses, a third application in mid-July is suggested. No fertilizer should be applied after August 15 so as not to encourage soft, succulent growth that could be easily winter-damaged. Roses can be fall fertilized after the plants have gone dormant. Applying fertilizer at this time will not encourage growth but will be available as the plants start to grow in the spring. Also by using a fertilizer high in potassium winter hardiness tends to be increased

Another fertilizer option is to use a timed or controlled release fertilizer (osmocote fertilizer pictured at right). These are dry, encapsulated fertilizers that release their nutrients slowly over the season, completing their work in 4, 6, or 8 months depending on the formulation. Nutrient release is dependent on the soil moisture and temperature. These materials are generally applied in May, using about 1/2 cup per plant. Several forms are commercially available.

How do I care for my miniature roses indoors?

I have done some research on the subject, but I would like to know of some personal experiences regarding how to keep these roses healthy, especially during months with less sun. What growing conditions work well for miniature roses? Mine are just not blooming again.

Miniature roses are just like regular roses, they need full sun, dry leaves, good drainage, a little rose food when scheduled, do not dry out their roots completely. Some roses just bloom once a year, others are multi bloomers. If they are developed from florabundas, they will bloom again. If just tea roses, they only bloom once. You can plant them outdoors like regular roses, and that will actually make them happy if they have full sun and you add good things to the soil. Also cover their roots with ground cover to keep their soil moist. I recently bought a mini rose and have it near the sink with the fluorescent light on for part of the day right next to it. It is winter here and it cannot go outside. Hope that helps. Get a book from the library.

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Caring for roses, I need some help.?

I have just moved into a house, and there are two rose bushes. They look to have been there for some time, but don’t look like they have been pruned in sometime, I haven’t never done much yard work, and need to know if I can cut them why back so that they can be shaped, or what I should do, because there are some dead areas, and they are just a mess. HELP

For now I would remove any dead areas of the rose bush, and any diseased areas also.
But I prefer to wait until spring. But no way is the wrong way.
If possible mulch your roses.
No need to fertilize until next spring.
In the meantime read up on your roses so you will be ready next spring.
Here are a couple of links to help you out.
Good luck with your roses, I hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine. And don’t worry they are easy to take care of.
http://www.weekendgardener.net/how-to/prune-roses.htm
http://www.raveplants.com/rosecare.htm#Troubleshooting
http://www.rosefile.com/RosePages/rcare.htm

I live in Northern Indiana, do I need to do any special winter care for my roses?

My roses are traditional roses- ie Peace roses and such.

Just cut them back. I cut mine to about 4"-6" from the ground. That's it !!

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How to care for potted roses?

I received some roses for Valentine's Day and I've been watering them (a cup of water) every other day. The plant itself is about 7 inches tall or so and I know I shouldn't water the plant too much or anything… but the flowers just seem really dried out. Should I be watering it more or am I drowning it? I'm just worried because I'm in a college dorm and they keep it ridiculously toasty in here. Thanks!

mist the foliage, that should help until heat is no longer in use.

when is it a good time to plant trees & roses & ideas on keep roses alive & care for roses?

The best time to plant trees is actually in the fall or spring. They do well because the cold keeps them in a dormant state while the roots get comfortable in their new soil. The worst time to plant is mid summer as the heat can stress out a tree especially the more delicate ornamentals that are out there. Roses do very well if you plant them in spring. The roots will have a chance to expand and acclimate itself before the hard heat of summer rolls in. Important to water roses a lot in their first year. New trees also usually require extra watering in their first year. You should cut back your roses a few days after the first heavy frost. In colder climates people have been known to put burlap around them or special Styrofoam covers that you can buy from most nurseries. These are not necessary in climate zones 6-11. Its important to know your climate zone before you decide which trees and roses are suitable for your area.

caring for roses?

i just planted out new rose bushes today what the best way to prevent blackspot a few leaves have it on them any other tips to help with them and when shoud i cut them back
thanks i hope they survieve

http://www.rosemagazine.com/articles02/pages/blackspot.asp

Check out the above link for info.

i just plant roses in pots, and i don't know how to take care of it?

other than watering it and add fertilizers every 3 months…. any advice on how to take care of my roses? please…..

Well, since I don't know what kind of rose you planted and how big the pot then I will just assert that you will need to keep it outside in full sun (no less than 6 hours of sun) and make sure you water when the soil gets dry. Actually, I'd like to mention that a rose bush, whether traditional or miniature need very large containers to do well. At least 25 liters because they need room for their roots to grow. Roses hate to be root bound and will become so if planted in a container that is too small. The same is true for the miniature because the bush actually grows as large as 4ft or more. Miniature, refers to the size of the flower and not the plant. Potted roses can be kept outside year round and will go dormant during the winter month. You will also need to prune your rose to help it bush out and to get rid of dead or dying canes.

Tips on pruning:
General Pruning:
You do this to remove any dead or dying canes or spent flowers. You need to pick a set of five leaves, but not necessarily the first set. Pick a set of five that are pointing outward because that will be the direction of a new cane and flowers. If you choose one pointing inward then your canes can cross and will cause other problems. Cut the cane at an angle like this (/) about 1/4" above the five leaf set. It is okay to do this with each cane and especially if the cane is dying. It is also okay to do this throughout the growing season because it promotes new growth. Also, it is important to seal any pruned cane the size of a pencil or larger with white glue to protect the wound and promote faster healing.

Autumn Pruning:
Any time between the first freeze of Autumn and the last freeze of winter you can seriously prune your rose down to about 2 feet. This will create a fuller, lusher plant for the new season. Once again you will want to cut at an angle. However, instead of cutting above a five leaf set, this time you will want to cut right above a node which will resemble a small, reddish, slightly pointed bump on the cane. Like the five leaf set, make sure the node is pointing outward.

http://www.bayeradvanced.com/article/how-to-prune-hybrid-tea-roses.html?source=google
Video from Expert Village on how to prune a rose:
http://homegarden.expertvillage.com/videos/deadheading-roses.htm

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